Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Casa Loma Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Casa Loma Elementary serves the southwest part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Casa Loma Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Casa Loma Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casa Loma Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9017 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casa Loma Elementary School's ranking?
Casa Loma Elementary School is ranked #9017 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Casa Loma Elementary School often compared to?
Casa Loma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Rio Elementary School, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Casa Loma Elementary School?
424 students attend Casa Loma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Casa Loma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casa Loma Elementary School?
Casa Loma Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Casa Loma Elementary School offer ?
Casa Loma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Casa Loma Elementary School part of?
Casa Loma Elementary School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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